Question:
How do I update or correct the name on my Social Security card?

Answer:
To update or correct the name on your Social Security card:
Complete an Application for A Social Security Card (Form SS-5), available at www.socialsecurity.gov/online/ss-5.pdf; Show us original documents proving your legal name change, identity and U.S. citizenship (if you have not already established your citizenship with us), or immigration status if you are not a U.S. citizen; and

By Kay LouderSocial Security District Manager, Gainesville
It’s that time of year again.
“Open season” is right around the corner for the Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. Hunting down the best plan for you is no game. Newly eligible Medicare beneficiaries, and current beneficiaries who are considering changes to their Medicare Part D plan, should mark their calendars for October 15. The “open season” will run from October 15 to December 7.

The Buck Mitchell Memorial Dove Shoot to benefit Haven Hospice will begin at 1 p.m. on Nov. 12.
The shot will be in Levy County, but the exact field that will be used has not been determined. The cost is $50 per person, and includes a T-shirt and a catered lunch.
There also will be door prizes and raffle items. All proceeds go to Haven Hospice.
For more information, contact Jed Mitchell at 352-316-3541 or Casey Mitchell at 352-316-2383.

The Chiefland Area Athletic Association is hosting its annual Halloween Carnival from 5-9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29, at Strickland Park.
Admission is free to all people who enter wearing a costume. All others will be $2 each.
There will be plenty of games, food and a safe atmosphere to trick-or-treat. There will be a dunking booth, fish pond, greased pig, live fish, a shooting gallery, moon walks and much more. There also will be costume contest for all ages.

Nature Coast Hospice and SREC of Dixie County both were presented $100 checks from the Chiefland HCE (Home and Community Educators). The money was given to the two organizations to be used for services that they provide to their clients. The goal of the HCE is to strenghten individuals, families and communities through education, leadership and action.

The first loss came against Williston in the Bell Invitational Tournament when the Lady Indians were without senior standout Taylore Fuller. They avenged that Sept. 17 loss by beating the Lady Red Devils 3-2 on Sept. 29.